Business Details
22 Years
experience
Expert Private Investigative Services in Washington, D.C.
Dinolt Becnel & Wells Investigative Group is a private investigative firm headquartered in Washington, D.C., with operations in Baltimore, Maryland. For over two decades, we have specialized in litigation support for attorneys, delivering critical investigative services such as surveillance, witness interviews, forensic analysis, and expert testimony. Our expertise spans civil, plaintiff-side cases, including personal injury and employment litigation, while also supporting criminal defense, insurance fraud investigations, and international matters. We leverage advanced technology and traditional methodologies to gather irrefutable evidence, ensuring our clients can focus on legal strategy while we handle factual groundwork.Recognized as the Best Private Investigations Provider by The National Law Journal and The Legal Times, our team combines ethical rigor with technical proficiency to uphold judicial integrity. Our investigators adhere to strict legal and ethical standards, ensuring all findings withstand scrutiny in court. With experience in high-profile cases, including residency fraud, wrongful death, and Medicare fraud, we provide tailored solutions for complex legal challenges. Our commitment to discretion, accuracy, and client collaboration has established us as a trusted partner in the legal community, serving attorneys, insurance companies, and defendants with equal dedication.
Services
Surveillance Operations
Forensic Interviews
Asset Investigations
Digital Evidence Analysis
Witness Locating
Expert Testimony
International Investigations
Residency Fraud Detection
Internal Corporate Investigations
Litigation Support
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of specialized investigative experience in civil and criminal litigation.
- Our team uses proprietary software for irrefutable digital evidence collection.
- We maintain strict legal and ethical standards in all investigations.
- Our experts have testified in court and authored industry-standard investigative guides.
- We provide customized solutions for complex cases across multiple jurisdictions.
Services
Surveillance Operations
Our surveillance services deploy advanced techniques to monitor and document activities, providing irrefutable evidence in cases like residency fraud and asset concealment. Specialized equipment and discreet methodologies ensure comprehensive coverage, supporting legal teams with verifiable data. This service aids attorneys in building robust cases by visually confirming suspect behaviors and locations.
Forensic Interviews
We conduct structured forensic interviews to assess the credibility of witnesses and whistleblowers. Utilizing behavioral analysis and background checks, this process identifies inconsistencies or corroborates claims in cases ranging from Medicare fraud to corporate misconduct. Results guide legal strategy while minimizing risks of baseless litigation.
Asset Investigations
Our asset investigations uncover concealed properties and financial holdings through public records, digital footprints, and global databases. This service supports litigation involving financial fraud, divorce settlements, or judgment enforcement by mapping ownership structures and transaction histories to reveal hidden assets.
International Investigations
We navigate complex jurisdictions to locate witnesses and gather evidence across borders. Leveraging local networks and multilingual resources, this service addresses challenges in countries with restrictive laws or political sensitivities. Success includes dismissing capital murder charges by identifying critical overseas testimonies.
Digital Evidence Analysis
We extract and authenticate digital evidence from social media, mobile devices, and electronic records. Proprietary tools preserve data integrity for court admissibility, aiding cases involving online fraud, employment disputes, or criminal defense. This service ensures digital trails strengthen legal arguments without compromising chain-of-custody protocols.
People
Philip Becnel
Managing Partner
With 25 years of investigative experience, Philip Becnel leads the firm as Managing Partner. A nationally recognized expert, he has authored two seminal books on investigative practices and taught criminal justice courses, including white-collar crime. His focus on litigation support and forensic documentation enhances client outcomes.
Aldo Carbajal Michaud
Office Manager
Aldo Carbajal Michaud ensures operational efficiency as Office Manager, coordinating logistics and administrative functions. His organizational expertise maintains seamless support for investigative teams, enabling timely execution of complex cases across diverse legal domains.
Emily Hewitt
Investigator
Emily Hewitt contributes investigative expertise in surveillance and witness documentation. She specializes in residency fraud and employment litigation, employing meticulous research to deliver evidence that withstands judicial scrutiny in high-stakes cases.
Carlos Silva
Administrative Assistant
Carlos Silva supports case management as Administrative Assistant, handling client communications and documentation. His attention to detail ensures compliance with procedural requirements, directly aiding the firm's adherence to legal standards.
Samantha Walchli
Investigator
Samantha Walchli specializes in forensic interviewing and digital evidence collection. Her work in complex civil litigation includes identifying digital footprints and conducting background checks to validate whistleblower claims in fraud investigations.
Questions
What services do you provide for attorneys?
We offer litigation support including surveillance, forensic interviews, digital evidence analysis, and expert testimony tailored to civil, criminal, and insurance fraud cases.
How do you handle ethical investigations?
All investigations comply with legal standards and ethical guidelines, ensuring evidence admissibility. We prioritize transparency and integrity in every case.
Can you assist with international cases?
Yes, we deploy global networks to locate witnesses and gather evidence across jurisdictions, navigating complex political and legal environments.
How do you ensure evidence reliability?
We use proprietary software for digital preservation and follow chain-of-custody protocols. Forensic methodologies validate findings for courtroom use.
What practice areas do you specialize in?
We focus on civil litigation, personal injury, employment cases, insurance fraud, and criminal defense, with extensive experience in Medicare and residency fraud investigations.
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Reviews (1)
William Hibbett
May 26, 2022
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This group was on point. Did exactly what needed done and got info need and more in a short time frame and in a professional manner. A+++
